$1,140,790Average Value$646Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
Peaceful living by the Mystic River
Situated by the intersection of the Mystic River and Alewife Brook, West Somerville is a quiet suburban community 7 miles outside of Boston. Originally built as a streetcar suburb, the neighborhood today has many outdoor recreation places and an assortment of grocery stores. The area is also zoned for the reputable Somerville Public Schools. While West Somerville might be more ideal for people who work from home or don’t rely heavily on public transportation, those who drive are minutes away from Teele Square, a commercial sector dotted with restaurants and shops. “The neighborhood is farther from the train, and it takes a while to get to the highway," says real estate professional Hudson Santana, founder and CEO of Santana Team. “Most people in town own cars and use them to drive to work, run errands and pick kids up from school.”
West Somerville is a convenient seven miles from downtown Boston.
West Somerville is a peaceful village where you hear wind chimes calling along the street.
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Eclectically styled condos in this Somerville community
Area housing includes Colonial Revivals, Queen Anne styles and Workers Cottages, and architectural details feature pillared balconies, front porches, bay windows and gabled roofs. Condos come in an assortment of options here in West Somerville, ranging from refurbished units in early 1900s triple-deckers or multi-family homes to penthouse units in new duplexes or luxury complexes. Prices go from about $500,000 to $1.5 million, depending on upkeep and square footage. Entire multi-family properties and single-family homes, though less common in this neighborhood, can list between $1 and $1.5 million. “You’ll see two-unit new construction going up where each unit includes a yard and room for parking,” Santana says. “This is pretty ideal for families and folks who work from home.” Street parking requires residential permits, and the roads are linear and narrow and connected by sidewalks.
Triple deckers are common in West Somerville.
Some multi-family homes in West Somerville feature textured-style exteriors.
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Outdoor spaces in West Somerville
The community is home to parts of the Alewife Brook Parkway, which is right by many athletic and outdoor spaces, including a playground, athletic courts, the Dilboy Pool and the Dilboy Stadium, which hosts many of the town’s youth and adult league games. The Alewife Greenway Bike Path is popular with joggers and cyclists, and the Alewife Brooks Reservation offers more trail options. People often take their pets to Somerville Dog Park, and Capen Park is also right in the community with basketball courts and a playground.
The Alewife Greenway is easily accessible via bike from West Somerville.
Head to the nearby Dilboy courts in West Somerville for a friendly tennis match.
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Reputable public schools in Somerville
Somerville Public Schools has an overall A-minus Niche grade. The K-8 West Somerville Neighborhood School scores a B-plus and offers after-school music programs. As part of the school district’s physical education curriculum, all third graders will take nine weeks of swimming lessons at Ginny Smithers Swimming Pool. Somerville High School scores an A-minus, providing both traditional academic courses and vocational curriculum. The high school has preserved some of its original architecture from 1852, while renovation in 2021 created state-of-the-art science labs, media centers and a new layout that brings in abundant natural light. “It was planned to be a $250 million high school,” Santana says. “It’s one of the best and most modern buildings around.” Tufts University is a few blocks away, offering nearly 150 programs of study.
The West Somerville Neighborhood School has an overall B grade on Niche.
Large glass windows brings natural light to the main entrance of the Somerville High School.
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Community events by the Somerville Arts Council
The Somerville Arts Council organizes a variety of events and projects, including a porch fest, a puppet program called Puppet Palooza, a music theater program and the annual Illuminations Tour, featuring holiday lighting and displays throughout the town. The Ignite Festival is a global food and cultural celebration at Somerville’s Union Square.
The Somerville Mobile Farmers’ Market is available every Friday in West Somerville.
West Somerville offers residents Dilboy Field to walk around National Night Out.
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Navigating to Boston
Interstate 93 is east of the community, providing residents with access to Boston and the Boston Logan International Airport, both of which are about 6 to 10 miles south. Neighboring towns such as Cambridge, Belmont and Medford are about 2 to 3 miles away, and all can be reached via local roads. The T is also available at Medford/Tufts and Davis stations; both are about 1 mile away from the neighborhood. Other commuting options include the MBTA buses and biking. Cambridge Health Alliance Somerville is right in town.
Residents of West Somerville offers commuters multiple bus stops.
You can find unique bridges in West Somerville.
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Retailers and eateries in Teele Square
West Somerville is home to many grocery stores, including Whole Foods Market, Stop & Shop and the Somerville Mobile Farmers Market. The locally approved café, Yego Coffee, is also in the neighborhood, while shops and restaurants along Holland Street are nearby. “Just about anywhere you live, you can walk to a square,” Santana says. “The closest one is Teele Square, where there are bookstores, coffee shops and restaurants.” Teele Square has many popular restaurants serving a variety of ethnic and American flavors, including Five Horses Tavern, Redbones Barbecue and Rosebud Indian-American Bar & Kitchen. The Burren is a staple Irish bar, and Comicazi is a local comic shop with collectibles. Target is about 3.5 miles away in the southern part of the town.
For dining West Somerville offers nearby spots like The Burren.
Residents of West Somerville grocery shop at the local Stop and Shop.
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Parks in this Area
Alewife Linear Park
Bike Trails
Trails
James D. Gondolfe Park
Waldo Park
North Street Veterans Playground
Capen Park
Gibbons Park
Transit
Airport
General Edward Lawrence Logan International
16 min drive
Bus
Boston Ave & Mystic Valley Pkwy
Bus
Broadway & Curtis St
Bus
Broadway & Belknap St
Bus
Broadway & North St
Bus
Broadway Opp Clarendon Hill Busway
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Somerville
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Somerville Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Somerville, Somerville sell after 16 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Somerville, Somerville over the last 12 months is $801,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This exquisite single-family home has undergone a comprehensive and thorough renovation, resulting in a luxurious living experience. Featuring four spacious bedrooms and three and a half elegantly designed bathrooms, this property is an epitome of modern sophistication. Boasting high-end finishes throughout. From gleaming white oak hardwood floors to custom cabinetry and state-of-the-art
Directly across from Dilboy Field and close to Tufts and Teele Square, this well-maintained 2-family is a prime investment opportunity with strong rental income in place. Set on a dead-end cul-de-sac and tucked off the main street across from a newly added park, the first-floor 2-bed, 1-bath unit is leased through August 2026; the upper 3-bed, 1-bath unit with private porch is leased through
Max Dublin TeamGibson Sotheby's International Realty
Oppurtunity knocks with this large 1850 Greek Revival West Somerville "Thomas Cook House". Although reported as a 2 family in public record, this property would need some reconfiguration and renovations to make it 2 separate units. Other options could be to bring this home back to a single family residence. With 4,083 square feet of living space spread across three levels, this property offers
Lease from 6/1/25 to 8/30/26 10am-Renovated Duplex 3 bed unit-Updated kitchen with new appliances and granite countertops which leads to a nice back deck, new recessed lighting,- bath with all new fixtures that has been fully renovated-Updated light fixtures, new moldings, and completely painted-a very sunny living room opens up to a equally sunny dining room with high ceilings and a great built
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,326
Median Age
34
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,206
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,711
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.8%
College Graduates
56.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
12''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
89/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
71/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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